Adjunct Instructor - Part-Time Physics Description Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a part-time position of Adjunct Instructor (or Assistant Professor with appropriate qualifications) in the Department of Physics to begin August 15, 2024. Employment Type: Part-Time (1 or 2 courses), Not Benefits-Eligible, Exempt (Salaried) Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving 2,000 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/. Department Information: The Physics Department offers a nationally recognized comprehensive major and graduates an average of 15 +/- 3 students per year, of whom a very high percentage pursue graduate and professional degrees. The department is housed in the well-equipped 64,000 square-foot Olin Hall of Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science. For more information, see https://gustavus.edu/physics/. Prerequisites What s required: An earned master s degree or master s course work in physics or a related field (PhD preferred) Evidence of commitment to undergraduate teaching What s preferred: Evidence of effectiveness in teaching at the TA level or beyond Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities Experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives Things you will do: Teach 4 to 6 contact hours in the Fall and/or 4 to 6 contact hours in the Spring. The teaching load may be a combination of lecture courses and labs. Interest in teaching Quantum Mechanics, Statistical and Thermal Physics, Electromagnetic Theory, and Advanced Math Methods is preferred. Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow. Things you can choose to do: Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus. Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College s membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD). How to apply: Visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following: Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications Curriculum vitae A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable) The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists will be asked to submit supplementary documents as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee. Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities. Learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to divers ty, equity, inclusion, and belonging: https://gustavus.edu/deib/. Contact Kyle Chambers | physicssearch@gustavus.edu | tel:507-933-7541 Posted: Thu Jul 11, 2024 To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5424320 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-d036d203ebf16b47bb9ed26106afd29e